AC Service Company Talks About Helpful Tips For The Allergy Season

Spring is one of the best seasons of the year. It is the time that the cold weather is finally behind you, and the trees, grass, and flowers begin to grow. Unfortunately, spring has its disadvantages as well. It is the time of year that causes allergy problems to act up.

Airborne particles, such as dust mites, pet dander, and mold can make their way through the home, making it difficult for you to breathe. It can also cause you to have red eyes, an itchy throat, and sneezing fits. If you want to enjoy yourself in spring and avoid allergies, there are a few ways that you can keep the allergens from entering the home.

It all starts with your HVAC system. This article will discuss what you can do yourself to maintain your air conditioner and why you should get an air conditioning contractor to help you fight those allergies.

Use High-Quality Air Conditioning Filters

Your first defense against allergens coming into your home is to make sure that you are using the right filters. The best filters are the ones that are at least a MERV 8. These air filters will trap microscopic particles. Filters with a lower MERV score will not get all of the particles, resulting in your family having trouble with allergies. It is a good idea to check your filters every month and replace them every three months. When you inspect it and it looks dirty prior to the three months, then be sure to replace it. This is especially the case if you live in a dusty climate or if you have pets. A dirty filter will not be able to trap any particles. It will not only make your allergies act up, it will also make your system less efficient.

Clean Debris From Around The Indoor And Outdoor Units

Your outdoor AC unit will pull anything that is on or around it into the home. To keep this from happening, you should clean the area regularly. The same is true with the indoor unit. To keep the dust and particles from spreading around the home, you should dust, sweep, and vacuum the area.

Examine Areas For Mold

When there is mold in the home, it can be very dangerous. Not only can mold make your allergies act up, they can also make you very sick. Mold thrives in moist, humid areas. There are several areas in an AC unit that are both humid and moist. To prevent any problems with mold, you should check your condensate drip pan and drain, your air ducts, the air handler, and the evaporator coils. If you notice any mold, you can remove it on your own. If there is a great deal of mold in any of these areas, you might be better off contacting a professional.

Dust Your Home In The Proper Order

Most people dust their home on a regular basis, but they don’t dust the register and return vents in the AC unit. If they do, it is often a day or two after they have dusted the home. This is a mistake. Because these areas get dusty and can kick up more dust after they are cleaned, you should dust them first and the rest of the house immediately after.

Have Your AC System Maintained Regularly

It is important to keep your HVAC system cleaned if you want to avoid allergens from spreading throughout the home. An HVAC professional will come in and make sure that the system is functioning properly. They will also make sure that there is no dust or any blockages. Since you need your unit to work hard for you during the summer, Spring is the best time make the appointment.

Taking care of your HVAC system is the best way to prevent allergy season from getting the best of you.

Your AC unit can help you get through allergy season and, in some cases, without the use of taking allergy medication. It will provide you some relief especially if you pay attention to proper maintenance of your HVAC system. If you need an air conditioner maintenance, contact R.F. Ohl. We service Northeastern Pennsylvania, including Bowmanstown and all surrounding areas. We will gladly address any questions and concerns that you might have on your AC system. We specialize in all different makes and models and we guarantee that you will be satisfied with our work.

Contact us today or give us a call at (610) 377-1098 if you have any questions.